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Somehow between last oil change and this oil change my oil drain bolt is stuck in, I am using some metal penetrating solvent right now but its not working, any suggestions?
p.s. I bought a new bolt in case this one gets rounded off, that being said I have taken the damned vise grips to it and still wont come out. I dont want to break it off then have to drop the oil pan to have a bolt removed.....crap!
Are you using a crush washer? PB Blaster the crap out of it and let it sit.
Come to think of it I dont believe it's had one of those on it every time I have done an oil change this is the first time it got stuck so i didnt think anything of it....lesson learned.
For future reference, if you buy OEM filters from Trussville Mazda, they tape a new crush washer to the side of the box. It doesn't really need to be replaced every time, but since they give you a new one with every filter, you might as well.Quote:
Originally Posted by Billy Blaze
I may do that next time, i have been using WIX filters up untill now.
how long should I let the solvent sit on the bolt?
If it's really stuck, as long as you can stand. Or do it this evening and let it soak overnight.Quote:
Originally Posted by Billy Blaze
Overnight it is, i will post the outcome tomorrow,....and thanks.
If you are around, and not particularly busy, I would recommend spraying it several times throughout the day.
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Not on my last 2 6 packs of oil filters.
Correct... they don't include them on the 6 packs, but they do on the individuals. Not sure why, but that has been my experience. :confused:Quote:
Originally Posted by Sharpie
cool!!!! I got the damned thing out...lesson learned and I'm back in business.
Thanks guys!!